Sakon Nakhon FC 2, Mahasarakham 2

So I was wrong thinking it was going to be a no drink ballgame.  Beer sales were prohibited, but you were allowed to bring your own.    I decided to sit on the other side.  No roof to protection from the sun or rain.  I just did not wish to be anywhere near those league official black suits.  Heaven forbid he might call the whole infantry out for whistling a cheer (Esarn Football Dictators in black suits).    It had rained hours before the game and the walk around the field was a dangerous slip and slide. Some of it quicksand like.  When I arrived on the other side, the cheering section welcomed me with cheers and applause.  That was a pleasant moment.    The first half of the game, a cloth on my head, I was soaking wet from my own sweat. Then light clouds covered the sun, a strong, cool wind. My sweaty t-shirt felt like a pleasant ice pack.  Then the heavy rains began. I had brought a raincoat and plastic bags to keep my camera dry. For the moment Sakon FC remains in 8th place of 14 teams. A Khon Kaen vs Roi Et game was not played. I'm speculating a weather postponement. Sakon Nakhon Next travels to Khon Kaen this Saturday, 13 August, game time 6 pm

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From football and weather to Thai house movers and more

Sakon FC hosts Maha Sarakham FC 4 pm today (Sunday, Aug 7) Sakon FC has lost only one home game of 9 home games (3 draws 5 wins) Pos Team Pld W D L GF GA GD Pts 6 Mahasarakham 20 8 6 6 25 25 0 30 9 Sakon Nakhon 20 8 4 8 24 29 −5 28
Rain chance 30-50% scattered, could be around gametime, more likely later Weather moving from the southeast
Moving day in Thailand
A ferry, a coastguard patrol boat, a submarine, and a tug boat just in case
Some of the Brazilians weren't to happy with the Olympic spending at a time when the economy is dire.  There has to be a better way to demonstrate your displeasure

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Wet and DRY :: weather wet :: NO ALCOHOL Sunday

Sakon Nakhon FC lost 0 - 1 at Amnat Charoen this Wednesday, but remains in 9th position in the league.    Sakon Nakhon FC next hosts Mahasarakham this Sunday 4 pm.  As this is also national referendum day, one can assume that alcohol will be prohibited at the game

Baht has been strengthening slightly ↑ Most recent date

Thundershowers in the area through Sunday

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Local weather mild compared to what happened in Hanoi

Thunderstorms in the area Friday evening through late Sunday night Accuweather  Friday 80% precip., Saturday 80% precip., Sunday 80% precip., Thai Meteorology Dept  Thursday 25mm, Friday 36mm, Saturday 17 mm wunderground  Thursday heavy rainshower, Friday heavy rainshower,, Saturday heavy rainshower, Sunday heavy rainshower, BBC Tornado Rips Through Busy Vietnam Street [DASH CAM VIDEO]

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Fwd: Security Message for U.S. Citizens: August 7, 2016 Constitutional Referendum in Thailand

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From: <acsbkk@state.gov>
Date: Wed, Aug 3, 2016 at 7:47 AM
Subject: Security Message for U.S. Citizens: August 7, 2016 Constitutional Referendum in Thailand
To:

Security Message for U.S. Citizens: August 7, 2016 Constitutional Referendum in Thailand

Citizens across Thailand will be voting in a constitutional referendum on Sunday, August 7, 2016.  The Embassy would like to remind U.S. citizens that while traveling in Thailand you should exercise caution and avoid crowds and demonstrations.The National Council for Peace and Order has banned political gatherings and placed restrictions on the media, freedom of speech, and freedom of assembly. Security forces have additional powers, including the right to control movement and search for weapons. U.S. citizens may encounter a heightened military presence throughout Thailand for this event. Individuals—including foreigners—may be detained for publicly criticizing the National Council for Peace and Order or the monarchy. In the past, security operations against possible demonstrations have led to disruptions to traffic as well as to some public transport services, and restricted access to some areas around major shopping and hotel districts in central Bangkok. Additional measures could be enforced at any time.  U.S. citizens are advised to stay alert, exercise caution, and monitor international and Thai media. Always avoid areas where there are protest events, large gatherings, or security operations and follow any instructions and restrictions issued by the local authorities.  Although violence is not expected, even gatherings or demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational and escalate.

We strongly recommend that U.S. citizens traveling to or residing in Thailand enroll in the Department of State's Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) at www.Travel.State.Gov.  STEP enrollment gives you the latest security updates, and makes it easier for the U.S. embassy or nearest U.S. consulate to contact you in an emergency.  If you don't have Internet access, enroll directly with the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate.

Regularly monitor the State Department's website, where you can find current Travel Warnings, Travel Alerts, and the Worldwide Caution.  Read the Country Specific Information for Thailand.  For additional information, refer to "A Safe Trip Abroad" on the State Department's website.

Contact the U.S. embassy or consulate for up-to-date information on travel restrictions.  You can also call 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the United States and Canada or 1-202-501-4444 from other countries.  These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays).  Follow us on Twitter and Facebook, and download our free Smart Traveler iPhone App to have travel information at your fingertips.

The American Citizen Services Unit of the U.S. Embassy is located at 95 Wireless Road in Bangkok, and can be reached by calling +66-2-205-4049, or by e-mailing acsbkk@state.gov. The Embassy's after-hours emergency telephone number is +66-2-205-4000.  You can also follow us on Twitter @acsbkk.

The U.S. Consulate General in Chiang Mai is located at 387 Wichayanond Road in Chiang Mai. The American Citizen Services Unit of the Consulate General can be reached by calling +66-53-107-777 and by e-mail at acschn@state.gov. The after-hours emergency telephone number is +66-81-881-1878.

Fwd: U.S. Citizens: Consular Outreach: Khon Kaen August 19, 2016

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From: <acsbkk@state.gov>
Date: Tue, Aug 2, 2016 at 3:15 PM
Subject: Message for U.S. Citizens: Consular Outreach: Khon Kaen August 19, 2016
To:

The Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in Bangkok is pleased to provide services in Khon Kaen on Friday, August 19, 2016 from 8:00 AM – NOON at the:

PULLMAN KHON KAEN RAJA ORCHID 
9/9 PRACHASUMRAN ROAD, NAI MUANG,
MUANG, KHON KAEN 40000 THAILAND
Phone: 04-332-2155
Email: Pullman@pullmankhonkaen.com

Website: www.pullmanhotels.com  – www.accorhotels.com

Services will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis; no appointment is necessary. The following consular services will be available during our outreach visit.

PASSPORT SERVICES:

Renewal of adult passports ($110 / 3,850 THB – exact change required)

Renewal of minor (under age 16) passports ($105 / 3,675 THB – exact change required) – IMPORTANT: The child and both parents must appear in person.

Replacement of adult lost/stolen passports ($135 / 4,725 THB – exact change required)

Replacement of minor (under age 16) lost/stolen passports ($105 / 3,675 THB – exact change required) IMPORTANT: The child and both parents must appear in person.

IMPORTANT: There are two ways to receive your new passport:

1.) IN PERSON: Come to our office in Bangkok (or send a representative on your behalf) during our appointment hours (M-F from 7:30-11 AM, except holidays and the last Friday of every month), but no appointment is necessary. Present your old passport for cancelation and collect your new passport. If you select this option, please submit a copy of your current passport when you apply.

2.) BY MAIL: Purchase a prepaid Thai Post envelope at the outreach for 100 THB (exact change required). If you select this option, our staff will take your current passport to Bangkok, cancel it when the new passport arrives, and mail both passports to you at the same time.

  

NOTARIAL SERVICES

Income Affidavits (for retirees) and other affidavits ($50 / 1,750 THB – exact change required)

SOCIAL SECURITY, VETERANS AFFAIRS, AND OTHER FEDERAL BENEFITS QUESTIONS WILL ONLY BE ANSWERED OVER EMAIL acsbkk@state.gov.

CONSULAR REPORTS OF BIRTH ABROAD CANNOT BE PROCESSED AT CONSULAR OUTREACH EVENTS

  

Please see https://th.usembassy.gov/u-s-citizen-services  for more information. Send questions to acsbkk@state.gov or call 02-205-4049. Follow us on Twitter by searching our username @ACSBKK.

Apartments available September 1

by Thomas Persson After some unforeseen construction delays, three apartments will be available on September 1 Fully furnished and air-conditioned 2 room apartment with kitchen (shown on the pictures) 1 & 1/2 room apartment with kitchen 1 room apartment with kitchen Every apartment includes  Refrigerator, Microwave, Induction cooktop, 43" Led TV, IPTV with overseas content, High Speed Fiber internet Water is included in the rent and Electricity will be charged @ 10 Thb per unit. I will be mostly overseas the coming month  my wife can speak both English and Swedish Patrawan 0929 195935  Thomas    0910 547968

 

The apartments (1) are on Thanon Borannasathan within walking distance of Lil Pimp restaurant & Bar (2).  

The road is frequently identified as ITU, even though ITU is a sidestreet (bottom of the map). ITU is easier to say than Thanon Borannasathan 
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Alcohol Ban this coming weekend

“Shops and restaurants are banned from selling alcohol from 6pm on August 6 (Saturday) to midnight on August 7 (Sunday). Phuket News Foreigners should avoid all polling places. Cameras are not allowed at these locations

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